Freelance Java Backend Developer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Senior Backend Developer - Retail Pricing Applications
Category: Software Development/ Engineering
Main location: United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh
Position ID:J0526-1931
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Description:
We are looking for a proactive, solutions-oriented Senior Backend Engineer who thrives in complex environments and can deliver immediate impact. This individual blends deep technical expertise with strong business acumen, operates autonomously, and partners effectively with stakeholders to deliver high-quality retail and pricing solutions.
Your future duties and responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
. Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using Kotlin, Java, and Spring Boot
. Build and optimize data-driven applications leveraging SQL Server and PostgreSQL
. Develop event-driven architectures using Kafka
. Implement and support search capabilities using Elasticsearch / Elastic stack
. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver retail and pricing-focused solutions
. Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical designs
. Ensure high performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability of applications
. Contribute to architecture discussions, design decisions, and technical best practices
. Provide insights and recommendations based on domain knowledge, especially in retail, pricing, and loyalty systems
Required qualifications to be successful in this role:
Required Qualifications:
- Retail Software Development experience is required
. 3-5 years technical experience:
o System design and distributed architectures
o Kotlin
o Java
o Spring Boot
o Kafka
o SQL Server & PostgreSQL
. 1-3 years technical experience"
o Elasticsearch / Elastic stack
. 1-4 years of domain expertise in:
o Retail / Pricing systems
o Loyalty programs or targeted pricing
. A highly capable engineer who combines technical excellence with business understanding
. Someone who can quickly integrate into teams and add immediate value
. A professional who takes initiative, drives solutions, and builds strong stakeholder relationships
. Experience working in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
. Experience with data intensive solutions. Proficiency with SQL and large data structures.
. Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and proactively identify risks.
Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $176,300.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
.Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs
Skills:

• Apache Kafka
• Java
• Kotlin
• Retail
• Spring Boot
• SQL
• Postgre SQL

What you can expect from us:
Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because...
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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